Principle Digital Infrastructure Architect

• Additional university leave, competitive superannuation, career development opportunities
• Convenient onsite parking options, convenient shops and food outlets
• An opportunity to influence the University's technology direction

Ngā kōrero mō te tūranga – About the role

Play a pivotal role in shaping the University of Waikato's future-ready digital landscape. As our Principal Digital Infrastructure Architect, you will lead the design, delivery, and evolution of secure, scalable, and resilient infrastructure that underpins the University's strategic goals.

You'll provide expert technical leadership across major projects, ensuring solutions align with enterprise architecture, security, and compliance standards. With a focus on innovation, performance, and long-term sustainability, you'll champion the University's digital infrastructure vision; balancing reliability, security, cost, and emerging technologies.

If you're driven to influence enterprise-wide solutions and guide the future of digital capability at Waikato, we'd love to hear from you.

Salary will be based on the knowledge, skills and experience brought to this role. This is a full-time role (37.5 hours a week), based on our Hillcrest Campus.

For more information on the role please see the position description. All applications must be submitted through the online portal, emailed applications will not be accepted.

Ko wai koe? – Who are you?

You're an experienced digital infrastructure leader with deep expertise across cloud, networking, security, and hybrid environments. With at least 10 years' hands-on experience, you bring strong analytical thinking, calm technical leadership, and a proactive, solutions-focused mindset. You're confident influencing across the organisation, communicating clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences, and keeping architectural integrity at the forefront.

You thrive in complex environments, balancing innovation with reliability, and you're comfortable working independently or collaboratively to deliver high-quality outcomes. Committed to continuous improvement, user-centred service, and the principles of Te Tiriti o Waitangi, you bring professionalism, integrity, and a drive to shape future-ready infrastructure for the University.

Don't meet every single requirement?

Research shows that some people are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every qualification. At The University of Waikato, we're committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and genuine workplace. So, if you're excited about this role but your experience doesn't perfectly match every listed qualification, we still encourage you to apply. You might be just the right person for this or another opportunity on our team.

Ko wai mātou? – Who are we? 

Information Technology Services (ITS) is responsible for the coordination of information and communications technology (ICT) planning for the University, the delivery of robust, reliable core ICT infrastructure and enterprise systems, and the provision of professional ICT consultancy and customer focused support services.

The ICT vision is "To engage, enable, innovate and protect our ICT services, and empower the University of Waikato to leverage the value of ICT to achieve its strategic goals."

He aha ngā take me tono mai ai koe? – Why should you apply for this position?

We want you to be part of our success  Our University stands proudly on the world stage as a provider of future-focused, international education and an active player in global research. Our rankings reflect these strengths. Working with us means you'll enjoy a satisfying work environment with many benefits.

The University of Waikato is distinctive for the diversity of its staff and students and encourages applicants with the relevant capabilities from all backgrounds to apply. Applicants must have the legal right to live and work in NZ in accordance with the NZ Immigration regulations which can be found here. 

Ko te Tangata – For the People

The University of Waikato prides itself on the quality of its engagement with the communities that it serves, the provision of a world-class education and the national and international impact of its research. Our policies are guided by the principles of the Treaty of Waitangi and equal opportunity for all. 

E herea ana te Whare Wānanga ki te kaupapa kia whakaratohia te mea angitū ōrite ki ngā tāngata katoa.

Applications Close on Sunday 11th January 2026

Requisition number: 1003126